dnata and Cebu Pacific Air (CEB), the Philippines' largest carrier, have expanded their partnership in Asia Pacific with new and extended contracts in Singapore and Australia. dnata has been selected to provide ground handling services to the airline at Melbourne Airport (MEL), and a multiyear extension to an existing contract will see the company continue to provide cargo services to the airline at Sydney Airport (SYD). In Singapore, dnata will support the carrier's cargo operations and … [Read more...] about dnata, Cebu Pacific expand Asia Pacific partnership
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YCH Group to build logistics ‘superhub’ in Cambodia
Singapore’s YCH Group has been selected to develop a logistics complex in Phnom Penh (PPLC) at a virtual signing ceremony on 4 March, together with Cambodia’s Ministry of Public Works and Transport. Under a framework agreement, YCH will design, develop, and operate the complex, which the 7PL logistics company says is predicated on its “superport plus” concept. “In addition to being a modern, world-class logistics complex, PPLC will also feature the use of logistics technology to improve … [Read more...] about YCH Group to build logistics ‘superhub’ in Cambodia
QR Cargo hopes for ripple effect on sustainability
Last month Qatar Airways Cargo announced chapter 2 of its sustainabiliy programme WeQare in which the cargo airline pledged to offer free transport for wildlife back to their natural habitat. Payload Asia got a chance to do an interview with Guillaume Halleux, chief officer for cargo at Qatar Airways, as he shared the latest developments on WeQare, the intricacies of live animal transport and the ‘ripple effect’ of this programme to its staff and the society. What’s the inspiration behind … [Read more...] about QR Cargo hopes for ripple effect on sustainability
Smiths Detection scanner ok’d as cargo screening tightens
Smiths Detection, a manufacturer of threat detection and security screening technologies based in the US, on Monday announced that its dual-view air cargo scanner has been approved by the TSA. “The HI-SCAN 145180-2is pro has been added onto the ‘Qualified” section of the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) Air Cargo Screening Technology List (ACSTL) under the latest programme requirements to ensure security of cargo aboard aircraft,” the company stated in a press release. The … [Read more...] about Smiths Detection scanner ok’d as cargo screening tightens
AEI to convert four B737-800SF for Macquarie AirFinance
Aeronautical Engineers has entered an agreement to provide aircraft lessor Macquarie AirFinance with four B737-800SF freighter conversions for e-commerce and express cargo. As one of the largest lessor owners of mature 737-800 aircraft, John Willingham, chief executive of Macquarie AirFinance, explained it makes business sense to extend their life and continue to evolve its offering. “Passenger-to-freighter conversions form a natural progression of Macquarie AirFinance’s portfolio … [Read more...] about AEI to convert four B737-800SF for Macquarie AirFinance
FedEx expects volume uptick with third vaccine in the US
Almost three months since the first emergency use approval of a vaccine, FedEx Express is anticipating further growth in vaccine volume. The company has started shipping a third approved Covid-19 vaccine to dosing centres throughout the United States, on behalf of distributor McKesson, who was chosen as the centralised distributor for Covid-19 vaccines and ancillary supply kits in August last year. FedEx moves approximately half the doses allocated by the federal government, with UPS getting … [Read more...] about FedEx expects volume uptick with third vaccine in the US